INTERN WITH CONGO SQUARE THIS SUMMER!
Congo Square Theatre Company is dedicated to amplifying and creating stories that reflect the reach and complexities of Black culture. We offer paid 12-week internships every summer for college students and recent graduates.
Interns gain valuable skills and receive continuous advice and feedback from Congo Square staff and mentors. They also participate in an educational seminar series and contribute to the success of Congo Square Theatre’s day-to-day running and special events.
Program alumni go on to work in the industry at theatre companies producing in Chicago and New York, regionally, and in allied arts and cultural organizations across thecountry.
Applications Open December 1, 2023
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS April 1, 2024
PRODUCTION
Interns are essential in ensuring the success of Congo Square Theatre’s web series THE BLACKSiDE, in addition to seasonal programming and production planning and execution.
ENGAGEMENT
Interns support the CE+E/ Community Engagement and Education Department remotely, in developing and implementing outreach programs to captivate audiences and enrich communities.
DEVELOPMENT
Interns support the Literary + Casting Associate in all related initiatives to source engaging actors, playwrights and scripts to enhance our arts worker community.
FOR THE CULTURE
Our Summer Internship program requires a commitment of 10 hours per week.
Interns support three critical departments: Engagement, Development, and Production. All participants must be 18 and over. The program runs from May to September.
